satchel

noun

satch·​el ˈsa-chəl How to pronounce satchel (audio)
: a small bag often with a shoulder strap
satchelful noun

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Attendees arrived at the swanky five-star Fifth Avenue hotel sporting studded Laila satchels, which shoppers can now purchase directly from Amazon in a few simple clicks. Freya Drohan, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2025 And this season, there are plenty of styles to choose between, from genuine suedes to faux leathers in a variety of silhouettes — think clutches, satchels, and shoulder bags. Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 18 Mar. 2025 Briefcases or satchels, with their framed silhouettes and compartments that section off laptops and documents, are classics. Barry Samaha, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2025 An equestrian theme continues to shine through the collections of Tod’s and Brunello Cucinelli, with a focus on heritage plaid fabrications and Highland shearling, all styled with supple leather satchels and sophisticated riding boots. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for satchel

Word History

Etymology

Middle English sachel, from Anglo-French sachel, sacel, from Late Latin saccellum, diminutive of Latin sacculus, diminutive of saccus bag — more at sack

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of satchel was in the 14th century

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“Satchel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/satchel. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.

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satchel

noun
satch·​el ˈsach-əl How to pronounce satchel (audio)
: a small bag often with a shoulder strap

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